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Description

The ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) program provides an opportunity for professionals in the arboriculture industry to expand their knowledge through education and training in the fundamentals of tree risk assessment. This qualification promotes the safety of people and property by providing a standardized and systematic process for assessing tree risk. The results of a tree risk assessment can provide tree owners and risk managers with the information to make informed decisions to enhance tree benefits, health, and longevity.

Registration Deadline: January 16, 2019

Retake Exam Information

This registration is to apply to attend a Tree Risk Assessment Qualification Course and Assessment. If you need to apply for a TRAQ exam retake only, please contact ISA at qual@isa-arbor.com or call +1 217.355.9411.

Payment Instructions

You must pay by credit card to register online.

All fees are charged in U.S. Dollars.

Credit cards are charged at the time of registration.

Course Information

The course includes Tree Biology and Mechanics, Tree Inspection and Assessment, Data Analysis and Risk Categorization, and Risk Reporting. The Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) Course prepares the participant to take the TRAQ assessment to become ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified.

The qualification consists of a 2-day educational course followed by a ½ day assessment that includes both a written and field component. It is required that you attend the course and successfully complete the assessment in order to receive this qualification.

Prerequisites

To be eligible to earn a Tree Risk Assessment Qualification you must hold or have held one of the following prerequisites. For non-ISA credentials, you will be asked to please submit a copy of a certificate, credential identification card, diploma, or similar documentation. Documentation can be sent by mail to PNW-ISA at PO Box 811, Silverton OR 97381 or by email to info@pnwisa.org.

ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified

ISA Certified Arborist®

ISA Board Certified Master Arborist®

EAC — European Tree Worker

EAC — European Tree Technician

Fachagrarwirt Baumpflege

AHC30810 Certificate III in Arboriculture (Australia)

New Zealand National Certificate in Horticulture (Arboriculture) (Level 4)

United Kingdom Qualifications and Credit Framework Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Arboriculture

Manitoba Arborist Training and Licensing Program

Connecticut Arborist License

Louisiana Arborist License

Maryland Tree Expert

Massachusetts Certified Arborist

Rhode Island Arborist License

New Jersey Certified Tree Expert

New Hampshire Arborists Association Certified Arborist

Society of American Foresters Certified Forester

ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist (RCA) status

A degree in arboriculture, urban forestry, traditional forestry, or horticulture that is part of a national qualifications framework or is from a college or university that is accredited or recognized under a system that is substantially similar to accreditation.

Confirmation Packet

You will receive a confirmation packet with a letter containing the date and time of the course and the name of the appropriate contact person. Confirmation packets are shipped three weeks prior to the date the course begins.

Confirmation packets will be shipped using UPS to the address provided on the personal information registration page. Please provide a physical shipping address.

What to Bring to Exam

A government-issued photo identification card, such as a driver's license, passport, or military ID

Appropriate attire and footwear for both indoor and outdoor activities

Clipboard or hard surface to write on outdoors

Writing utensil(s), including at least one #2 pencil

Refund and Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy

Registration is limited to 20 people. Cancellations will be assessed a 10% processing fee.

A full refund (100%) will be given for cancellation requests made up to midnight on the course registration deadline. No refunds will be given for cancellations or rescheduling after midnight of the course registration deadline.

Most TRAQ courses fill and have a waitlist. Last minute cancellations prevent others on the waitlist from being notified of an opening in a timely manner. If you cannot attend a class for which you are registered, please contact the PNW-ISA office as soon as possible.